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Hyundai i20 vs ZEEKR 001 comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (18,800 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai i20 or ZEEKR 001?

Hyundai i20 vs ZEEKR 001: Key differences

Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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ZEEKR 001

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

i20

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Hyundai i20 is substantially cheaper – starting at 18,800 £ , while the ZEEKR 001 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,606 £.

001

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the ZEEKR 001 offers substantially more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 454 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the ZEEKR 001 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Hyundai i20 takes 11.5 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the ZEEKR 001 delivers significantly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 172 Nm. That’s about 514 Nm more.

i20

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai i20 is substantially lighter – 1,145 kg compared to 2,200 kg. The difference is around 1,055 kg.

Looking at boot space, the ZEEKR 001 offers visibly more boot space – 539 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 187 L.

When it comes to payload, the ZEEKR 001 carries somewhat more – 520 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The ZEEKR 001 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £51,400
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ZEEKR 001

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 585 - 620 km
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Hyundai i20

The Hyundai i20 is a cheeky small car that mixes smart styling with sensible practicality, feeling more polished and roomy than you might expect for the money. It’s an easy car to live with, offering engaging handling, a comfy cabin and useful equipment that make daily commutes and weekend errands notably less dull.

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Reviews Hyundai i20

4.2 (2 Reviews)
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Jason
17 Nov 2025, 01:46:25

Bought an i20 two years ago and It has surprised me how good It is.

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ZEEKR 001

Costs and Consumption
Price
18,800 - 24,400 £
Price
51,400 - 62,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
18.2 - 18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
585 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
128 - 129 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,145 - 1,170 kg
Curb weight
2,200 - 2,350 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
539 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 465 kg
Payload
505 - 520 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.5 - 12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
ZEEKR
What drivetrain options does the Hyundai i20 have?

The Hyundai i20 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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